Harry Potter studios, later afternoon arrival?

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I've been to Harry Potter studios and we entered at 9am, first group, so it seems pretty quiet as we were entering all of the areas first.

We want to go again in December for Hogwarts in the snow but there are no morning sessions available for the days we can do.
If we book afternoon is it going to be crazy busy?!
Debating whether to just book or wait for January 2025 tickets to be released?

We’ve only ever been in the afternoon and never felt rushed. Had plenty of time round the place and no issues at all. Love it !!!

Get there earlier than the ticket time and do the shop first?